Walnut Springs Elementary in New Braunfels, TX (2026 List)

About Walnut Springs El

Walnut Springs Elementary School sits at 1900 S Walnut, New Braunfels, Texas 78130, near the southern side of the city. It serves students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. Federal enrollment records for 2023-24 show 330 students on campus. The student-teacher ratio is 12:1, based on 27.3 full-time teachers. Enrollment by gender is about 48% female and 52% male. According to state assessment data, 47% of students are proficient in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Walnut Springs is a traditional public elementary school in New Braunfels ISD and feeds into New Braunfels Middle School and New Braunfels High School. Its boundary-based setup gives the campus a clear neighborhood-school identity inside a larger public district rather than a charter or specialty model. Market activity near campus reflects pricing near $369,000 for homes tied to the school area. Compared with some nearby elementary options, Walnut Springs Elementary School in New Braunfels presents a compact campus profile, balanced gender enrollment, and stronger reading than math performance, with steady room for growth, making it a solid option for families searching for the best elementary school in Texas.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%

Reading 62%

State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 62% in Reading.

27

Full-time Teachers

12 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

330

Total Students

$66547

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 43.03%

Asian 1.21%

Hispanic 45.45%

Black 3.33%

Two+ Races 6.06%

Native Am. 0.91%

White

43.03%

Asian

1.21%

Hispanic

45.45%

Black

3.33%

Two+ Races

6.06%

Native Am.

0.91%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 330

47.58%

157 Female

52.42%

173 Male

Student Population

330 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

388 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Walnut Springs El Contact Information

Address

1900 S WALNUT, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130

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Phone

(830) 627-6540

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Website

nbisd.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:35 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

New Braunfels ISD announced Walnut Springs Elementary's academic performance reports for 2022, and their Strategic Initiatives are in place through 2026. Included in the latest Accountability Review, Walnut Springs Elementary School is ranked a strong “B” and continuously adds to the overall growth of the District. These updates indicate continued emphasis on supporting programs for improved academic performance and long-term planning to enhance overall learning opportunities for all elementary schools within NISD.

FAQ

Q1. Does Walnut Springs Elementary have programs to help students who speak more than one language?

Ans. Yes, the school has bilingual and English language support services to help students improve their academic and communication skills.

Q2. What kind of classroom will students be in?

Ans. In most classrooms, students learn in a structured way through a mix of group activities, one-on-one instruction, and lessons that use technology.

Q3. Does the school offer any services for students with disabilities?

Ans. Yes, the campus has special education programs and support services that are made to fit the needs of each student.

Q4. What other ways do you test students besides state tests?

Ans. Teachers use quizzes, progress monitoring tools, and classroom-based tests in addition to state tests to keep track of how students are doing throughout the year.

Q5. Do students have access to a library or media center?

Ans. Yes, the school has a library or media center where students can read books, use digital resources, and take part in reading programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

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James and the Giant Peach

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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